chuck primal · Andhra Pradesh
In Sri Lanka, this cut is dalla sri lanka.
About this cut
From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Bagaa kallindi | → | Hondata uyala / Nalla ventathu |
Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want — e.g., “warm red center” — rather than relying on the name alone.
“bhujam mamsam” in Andhra Pradesh maps to canonical chuck blade (chuck: Shoulder blade area, above the arm). In Sri Lanka, look for labels such as dalla sri lanka. From the shoulder blade (scapula) area. Contains the blade bone and connective tissue that melts during braising. Classic pot roast cut. Cross-rib roast is cut from this area.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.